Celestial pearl danio
Danio margaritatus · Danionidae
Also known as Galaxy rasbora, CPD
Intermediate
Spotted nano jewel; shy unless the tank is planted and the group is large.
In short: A celestial pearl danio needs at least 40 L (11 US gal), water at 20–26 °C (68–79 °F) and pH 6.5–7.5. It is peaceful, best kept in groups of 8 or more, and rated intermediate to keep.
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- Minimum tank
- 40 L (11 US gal)
- Temperature
- 20–26 °C (68–79 °F)
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- Adult size
- 2.5 cm (1 in)
- Group size
- 8+
Care requirements
- Minimum tank volume
- 40 L (11 US gal)
- Temperature
- 20–26 °C (68–79 °F)
- pH
- 6.5–7.5
- Hardness
- 5–15 dGH
- Lifespan
- 3–5 years
- Diet
- Micropredator — baby brine, daphnia, micro pellets.
- Care level
- Intermediate
Origin & habitat
- Native region
- Shan plateau, Myanmar
- Water type
- Freshwater
- Biotope
- Shallow, weedy, spring-fed ponds
- Natural conditions
- Cool, clear, neutral to slightly alkaline water dense with vegetation.
Behaviour & stocking
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Minimum group
- 8 fish
- Swims
- Mid-water
- Good tank mates
- Cherry shrimpEmber tetraOtocinclusPygmy corydoras
- Avoid
- BettaBarbsLarge or boisterous fish
Breeding & difficulty
- Breeding difficulty
- Intermediate
- Sexing
- Males are bolder with red fins; females paler with rounder bellies.
- Notes
- Spawns daily in moss; remove eggs or adults to raise fry.
- Common ailments
- IchBullying between males
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